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Election night in Minnesota's First Congressional District with volunteers counting votes.

Votes still being tallied in Minnesota’s First Congressional District

As the sun dipped below the horizon on election night in Minnesota’s First Congressional District, volunteers and election officials were still hard at work, tallying votes in a race that has captured the attention of the entire state. The atmosphere was charged with anticipation, as candidates and...

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Democratic supporters celebrate election night in Minneapolis.

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Democrats poised to win control of the Minnesota Legislature

As the sun set over the Twin Cities on election night, the mood was electric at the Democratic Party headquarters in Minneapolis. Supporters cheered as the first results rolled in, signaling a potential shift in the political landscape of Minnesota. Early indicators suggested that Democrats were on...

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Lisa Demuth delivers her concession speech after losing the Minnesota governor's race.

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Lisa Demuth concedes Minnesota's governor race to Amy Klobuchar

As the sun dipped below the horizon on a crisp November evening, Lisa Demuth stood on the stage, flanked by her supporters, her expression a mix of resolve and disappointment. The crowd, once buzzing with hope, now settled into a solemn silence as Demuth addressed them after losing the Minnesota...

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Peggy Flanagan celebrates her victory in the U.S. Senate race.

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Flanagan holds off Tafoya to keep U.S. Senate seat in DFL hands

As the sun began to set over Minneapolis, a palpable sense of anticipation filled the air on election night. Supporters of Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan gathered at a local community center, eagerly awaiting the results of a closely contested race for the U.S. Senate seat previously held by...

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Crowd celebrating election night in Minneapolis

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Live: Democrats win control of U.S. Senate

As the sun dipped below the horizon on election night, the atmosphere in Minneapolis was electric with anticipation. Residents gathered in homes and community centers, glued to their screens as the results of the pivotal 2024 elections began to unfold. Among the most watched races was the contest...

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Chris Pappas celebrates victory in New Hampshire Senate race

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Chris Pappas defeats John E. Sununu to keep New Hampshire US Senate seat in Democratic hands

On a brisk November evening in Concord, New Hampshire, supporters of Chris Pappas erupted in cheers as the final votes were counted. With his victory over former U.S. Senator John E. Sununu, Pappas not only secured his own political future but also kept a vital U.S. Senate seat in Democratic hands,...

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Residents of Minneapolis gather to discuss the upcoming 2026 general election.

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What's on my ballot for the 2026 general election?

As the sun began to set over Minneapolis, casting a warm glow over the city, residents gathered at the local community center, buzzing with anticipation. Many held ballots in their hands, eager to discuss the upcoming 2026 general election . This election is poised to shape the future of their...

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2026 Minnesota Election Results: Livestream

Hear from reporters Brian Martucci and Ana Radelat. The post 2026 Minnesota Election Results: Livestream appeared first on MinnPost.

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Runners participating in a winter 5K race in the Minneapolis skyway.

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Want to race in the Minneapolis skyway? 5K event expanding to Minneapolis in 2027

On a brisk winter morning in downtown St. Paul, a group of eager runners gathered at the starting line of a unique event that promised to redefine urban racing. The inaugural 5K race, held entirely within the city’s skyway system, drew participants from across the Twin Cities, all ready to...

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Rainfall in Minneapolis on November 3, 2023, showcasing record-setting weather.

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Minnesota weather: Twin Cities sets daily rainfall record for Nov. 3

As the clock struck 7 p.m. on November 3, the rain continued to fall steadily over the Twin Cities, drenching the streets and soaking the fallen leaves. For Minneapolis residents, the sound of raindrops against windows served as a reminder of a record-setting day in Minnesota's weather history. The...

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Election judges preparing for voters on a sunny November morning in Minneapolis

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Minnesota election judge recruitment helped enable big state midterm turnout

On a crisp November morning, the sun began to rise over Minneapolis, illuminating the faces of dedicated election judges who had arrived before dawn to prepare for a day that would shape the future of their community. These individuals, a mix of seasoned veterans and enthusiastic newcomers, stood...

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Senator Jon Ossoff celebrating his reelection victory with supporters

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Ossoff wins reelection in Georgia as Democrats look to pick up Senate seats

In a pivotal moment for the Democratic Party, Senator Jon Ossoff celebrated his reelection victory in Georgia, a win that signals a potential shift in the balance of power in Washington. As the sun set over Atlanta, supporters gathered to cheer Ossoff’s triumph, a reflection of the deepening...

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Police arrest man for copper wire theft in St. Paul

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St. Paul copper wire theft catch-and-release: Man arrested 6 times in past year

As the sun rose over St. Paul on November 1, 2026, residents were just beginning their day when police were called to a report of a man stealing copper wire from streetlights. Little did they know, this was just another chapter in the ongoing saga of 35-year-old David Saw, a man who has become a...

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